ABSTRACT

Acesulfame-K (ACS-K) and aspartame (ASP) are characterized as arti‚cial high-intensity sweeteners. They are also called nonnutritive sweeteners. These two are commonly used in foods, beverages, and confectionery products. They are exclusively used for low-calorie intake that helps obese consumers to maintain their weight. It is also medically suggested to diabetics to use foods containing these two arti-‚cial sweeteners instead of sugar.